Wrestler of the Week - No. 4

Thompson Nails Down Wrestler of the Week Award

February 01, 2012

By Chad Waller, NAIA Director of Communications & Sports Information

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Eric Thompson of Grand View (Iowa) has been named the NAIA National Wrestler of the Week, the national office announced Wednesday. Thompson was selected based on his performances from Jan. 23 - 29.

Thompson, a 6-foot, 285 lbs., sophomore from Shell Rock, Iowa, went 6-0 last week in the heavyweight class at two separate events. His highlight came with a 5-2 decision over NCAA Division I Iowa's Bobby Telford in the championship match of the Grand View Open on Jan. 28. He also was victorious against Brian Rodas of NCAA Division II Southwest Minnesota State.